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Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 240 | Maxine WilliamsSend us a textIn this powerful episode, Corie sits down with Maxine Williams, VP Head of Accessibility and Engagement at Meta (formerly Chief Diversity Officer), Rhodes Scholar, Oxford and Yale graduate, for an honest, inspiring, and deeply Trinidadian conversation. From acting on stage in Earl Lovelace's the Dragon Can't Dance with Brother Resistance and playing the evil Isis in Westwood Park, to working alongside Mark Zuckerberg at one of the world’s most influential tech companies, Maxine shares the personal and professional journey that led her from WoodBrook, POS to Silicon Valley boardrooms.They dis...2025-07-212h 06
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 238 | XplicitMevonSend us a textJust in time for Christmas in July, in this inspiring episode, we sit with super producer XplicitMevon Sooden.Mevon Soodeen—aka Explicit Boy—is the Trinidadian music producer behind some of the biggest soca, soca parang & hiphop hits in recent years. In this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, we dive into Mevon’s journey from a self-taught beatmaker in St. James to producing Carnival and Christmas anthems like Pone Annie (with Rome), Come Home (with Nyla & Skinny Fabulous), and Take Me Home (with Freetown Collective).We discuss...2025-07-071h 22
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 235 | Kenny PhillipsSend us a textThis week on The Corie Sheppard Podcast, we sit down with Kenny Phillips — legendary guitarist, producer, studio owner, and the cultural force behind WACK Radio. From playing with Kitchener and Singing Sandra to mentoring a young Dexter Simmons (who went on to engineer for Beyoncé and Michael Jackson), Kenny shares the untold stories behind soca, calypso, chutney soca, and ragga soca.We trace his journey from building a home studio on a quarter-inch tape machine to producing over 500 livestreamed shows during COVID, and launching WACK Radio despite being told, “nobody wants to he...2025-06-161h 53
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 234 | Glen NilesSend us a textThis week on The Corie Sheppard Podcast, we sit down with Glen Niles, founder and president of the Down Syndrome Family Network. What started as a deeply personal journey—navigating the unexpected birth of his son Tyrese with Down syndrome—evolved into a national advocacy movement challenging outdated systems, stigma, and silence.Glen shares the emotional rollercoaster of diagnosis, surgery, and early parenting, and how anger turned into purpose. He opens up about building the Down Syndrome Family Network from scratch, pushing for inclusive education, workplace integration, and most importantly, disability legi...2025-06-091h 42
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 232 | Muhammad MuwakilSend us a textOn this week’s episode of Corie Sheppard Podcast, we sit with Muhammad Muwakil — poet, performer, and frontman of Freetown Collective.From his early childhood in Carenage to growing up at the Jamaat al-Muslimeen compound on Mucurapo Road, Muhammad shares a deeply personal account of life before, during, and after the 1990 attempted coup. He opens up about community, and what justice really meant to him as a child watching the world shift.We explore how Freetown’s music became a vehicle for honesty, healing, and cultural reflection — and why so...2025-05-261h 35
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 231 | Colin LucasSend us a textOn this week’s episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, we sit down with Colin Lucas — the voice behind “Dollar Wine” and a pioneer in soca and band culture. From the foundation of Sound Revolution to his corporate leadership roles at the Port Authority, TTPost, and NCC, Colin reflects on a life that moved between big stages and boardrooms.He shares the true origin story behind “Dollar Wine,” the groundbreaking journey of Sound Revolution, and how hits like “Stay,” “Shake It,” and “Football Dance” came to life. We talk about live music vs. backing tracks...2025-05-191h 46
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 229 | KiegsSend us a textThis week on The Corie Sheppard Podcast, we link up with friend of the show, Kiegs - one of the best voices in Soca Parang and the life of many a wedding. From his early days performing at company competitions and house to house parang to becoming one of the most sought-after hosts in T&T.Kiegs shares the heart, hustle, and humour and the stories behind the journey. We talk music, culture, Christmas vibes, and the magic of making a crowd feel joy — no matter the season.2025-05-121h 37
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 227 | Ozy MerriqueSend us a textIn this episode of The Corie Sheppard Podcast, I reason with the one and only Ozy Merrique — entertainer, producer, author, and visual artist whose fingerprints are all over Trinidad and Tobago’s creative landscape. Ozy takes us back to his early start on Party Time, shares the hilarious story of how he borrowed (and somehow never returned) David Rudder’s classic 1986 Calypso Monarch outfit, and reflects on building spaces like Jam in the Junction, the weekly showcase that gave countless local artistes a stage before they had one.We also dive into h...2025-04-281h 40
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 206 | Life is FragileSend us a textIn this week's episode we come off the heels of a weekend full of tragedy. We offer sympathy to all the families, communities and to the nation as a whole as we tap into the music to soothe our collective pain.We take a moment to congratulate Darren Sammy on his appointment as the West Indies Test Cricket Coach, making him the coach of all formats of West Indies Cricket.Congrats in advance as well to Dwight Yorke as he takes on his first challenge as Head Coach as The Soca...2024-12-171h 20
Corie Sheppard PodcastConversation | Lynda Sheppard-BabbSend us a textThis week we're joined by my mother to discuss her journey as a breast cancer survivor as well as some of her many accomplishments including making me!!Enjoy!!2022-11-081h 20
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 78 | OmiclongSend us a textIt’s all comedy in this week’s episode because if we doh laugh we go cry. PCR tests, Travelpass, Verifly & hours in pre immigration checkpoint lines mean nothing as apparently you don’t need to go through any of that to enter the country.The PM says he knew he was going to lose but was just surprised how bad they lose lol.We try to make sense of the funniest story ever as a man is arrested and charged wearing his girlfriend’s clothes after an attempt to turn...2021-12-142h 06
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 77 | HomecomingSend us a textWelcome back! We missed you!! In this episode, the chickens have come home to roost! We discuss our mini vacay, travel woes, airport delays and breastfeeding cats. The Covid numbers seem to be getting the better of us as the daily numbers are as high as the PDP vote count. Congrats to the PDP on a clean sweep and going from a 6-6 draw to a 15 nil trouncing. PNM wanted all or nothing and got nothing. We also welcome on board Cocoa Pod, the newest podcast in the family. The music in...2021-12-072h 17
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 76 | County CouncilSend us a textIn this week's episode we discuss the end of Covid restrictions. Archbishop Jason Gordon had some wise words for us but in a surprising turn of events Roodal Moonilal calls for the end of the SOE and the extension of the SOE in the same breath. We also discuss travel plans and the shortage of US dollars despite Colm Imbert assuring us that all is well. The music in this episode takes us through some of the Christmas classics and the origins of Christmas Kaiso.Enjoy!!2021-11-161h 46
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 75 | FarewellSend us a textIn this week's episode we wish farewell to DJ Bravo. Sayonara to the SOE & the curfew!! We're not sure yet if it's also a goodbye to Gary Griffith but for sure this has to be the end of the road for Will & Jada. We're also cancelling Netflix after having to endure Harder they Fall & The Colin Kaepernick documentary. And of course since we're free for the Christmas, we have some classics lined up throughout the episode. Enjoy!!2021-11-091h 38
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 74 | Hit & RunSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss Dr. Rowley’s hit & run and it seems as though McDonald Jacob has left all Gary’s cohorts for dead. We also discuss the reopening of bars & the safe zone as the beaches and rivers remain closed. We celebrate the birthday of the great Karene Asche and wish Happy Divali to all.We hearing talk about Carnival next year so we get an early start to the Christmas season just in case!!Enjoy!2021-11-021h 26
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 73 | DelusionalSend us a textWe get two episodes for the price of one as we discuss all the issues we missed last week plus everything that’s been bubbling this week. Delusional is the word of the week. Gary Griffith is serving up heavy doses of delusion as he’s still talking about smear campaigns even after he done lorse the wuk. We might be the delusional ones if we expected anything different our parliamentarians. A pastor in Jamaica charged with murder following a human sacrifice dies in a car crash while in police custody. Socia...2021-10-261h 59
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 72 | BlueprintSend us a textThis week we're excited to be joined by Mistah Shak!As we continue our Calypso History Month Tent Series we discuss Shak's Blueprint for success in the Calypso Gayelle. We're treated to a ball by ball breakdown of the infamous Kaiso Bois performance in Calypso Fiesta. Shak also discusses his biggest influences and the state of Kaiso today.Enjoy!! 2021-10-191h 55
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 71 | Kinda Safe ZoneSend us a textAs the “kinda safe zones” open up and we get some kind of freedom, we’re forced to look on with envy as Miami Carnival is in full swing. It;’s still Calypso History Month so as we laugh at the inconsistencies with the safe zone policies we explore some of the funniest calypsonians in the calypso tent era. Enjoy!!2021-10-121h 54
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 70 | A Day LateSend us a textOctober is Calypso History Month and we celebrate the birthday of arguably the greatest calypsonian of all time. We also play some calypso tent classics as we discuss the issues of the week including: the budget; cussout between Inshan Ishmael and Rowley; Swizzle stick vs Starks & Swappi vs Trinidad Killa; Jan Michael Williams interview on The Burdie & Barney Podcast; Fr Gregory's decision to stop zoom classes; and much more. Enjoy!!!2021-10-061h 47
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 69 | Cuff OutSend us a textIn a week of huge stories such as restrictions being somewhat lifted, community spread of the delta variant, a defunct police service commission and confusion over who is the top cop, the biggest story for the week is Mouttxt vs Swizzle - as the two super light weights cuff it out in Sealots. Enjoy2021-09-281h 46
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 68 | PettySend us a textThe level of Petty in this episode is at an all time high....or should I say low. We discuss Nicki Minaj vs Sharlene Rampersad; David Nakhid vs Terrance Deyalsingh; Saddam Hussain vs Nobody; Gary Griffith vs The PSC; Rowley vs Covid & Trinbagonians vs Expiring Vaccines. Enjoy!!2021-09-211h 29
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 67 | Ole ManSend us a textIn this week's episode we old folks discuss common entrance as we congratulate the SEA students. Abu Bakr speaks and the cops have to put their FUL license issuing on hold to investigate. Sadly a four year old is mauled by a dog and the dog also meets a brutal fate..is that justice? Sealots boxing is bringing in more crowds than the CPL - no vaccine or training needed. Who knew that JW taking up a media job could ever be controversial as Natalie Legore comes to his aid. Ian Alleyne makes...2021-09-141h 47
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 66 | WASA ManSend us a textIn this week's episode, with Pfizer being freed up for the masses and WASA men on the loose, jook sharing this week. Let it be known that I will never call WASA again. If we don't have water I go do without. We celebrate Angus Eve's new contract and Sheppy sharing jab as coach of Inter Taoyuan in the Taiwan Football League. We salute Nikki Crosby who clearly couldn't land a job at WASA as she pulls out. We enjoy the music of the great Kelvin 'Duke' Pope.Also in this episode...2021-09-071h 51
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 65 | Home Sweet HomeSend us a textHappy Independence Day. This episode is a celebration of our Trinbagonianness!! We play the 5 greatest patriotic songs of all time among some honourable mentions as we discuss Paula Mae's VaxCR test; The reopening of schools; Two police commissioners warring while a citizen is caught with a small arsenal - but then again Arsenal ain't saying much. Machel's ship sets sail as the water taxi sinks and much more!!Enjoy!!2021-08-311h 52
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 64 | CrackshotsSend us a textIn this week's episode we look at our tendency to shoot ourselves in the foot as two police commissioners have a showdown at high noon over issuing FULs. Fuad Khan is taking cheap shots at UWI's doctorate recipients. We continue our pan month segment as we check out the most lethal man in the history of Panorama, discuss some cracks how arrangers and still have one in the chamber for the most iconic pan song of all time.Enjoy!!2021-08-241h 36
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 63 | Sugar RaySend us a textSalute to Sugar Ray Holman as he's carded to receive an honorary doctorate from UWI. We discuss his contribution to pan along with a look at some of the best arrangers and pan songs over the years. Of course as always we discuss the issues of the day including pleasure crafts, the opposition leader getting vaxxed, DJ Bravo retiring, the prisons commissioner literally shooting himself in the foot and much more! Enjoy!!!2021-08-171h 36
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 62 | What Yuh Dream?Send us a textIn this week's episode we get finally get our priorities right as Play Whe reopens. What yuh dream last night? I dream they seize $7 million from DSS and the exact same $7m is the new lotto jackpot. I dream the people who say Astra Zeneca was inferior and they was waiting for Pfizer lining up in the rain now. I dream politicians and business owners pushing for mandatory vaccines and it done lead to one buss head of state. Our dreams of Olympic medals are officially over leaving us asking if Ato Boldon for...2021-08-101h 38
Corie Sheppard PodcastEpisode 61 | The ChiefSend us a textIn this week's celebrate the life of the Chief LeRoy Clarke and the 90th birthday of Lord Nelson. We also discuss the new job requirement of corporate TT re: vaccines. We take a look at our performance at the Olympics and discuss transgender athletes at the games. Nelson Mandela Park remodelling didn't last as long as the red house fire as Dr Rowley outs an end to the debate! Enjoy!!2021-08-031h 44
Corie Sheppard PodcastMe AgainSend us a textWe talk about a lot in this episode, but none of it is more important than offering our prayers & condolences to the Burke Family, and showing gratitude to the bystanders and neighbours who rushed to the aid of those affected and the fire officers who gave it their all. 2021-07-271h 25
Corie Sheppard PodcastWatchwordsSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss the influence of Brother Resistance on our music and culture. Terrance Deyalsingh clearly never heard about the power of the word in the rhythm of the word as he bumbled all over himself. Food is back open and we clearly heeded the words of the boss as we went back out to restaurants. Word is that food prices going up though. Angus falls short but has all the right words to get us to keep the faith. Wais d word with team TTO? And is...2021-07-191h 39
Corie Sheppard PodcastJulyteenthSend us a textJuneteenth is celebrated on the 19th of June in the US to commemorate emancipation but the Doc announced Julyteenth on July 19th when will finally be free to go to restaurants. El Pecos will have to put back all that bleach in their cleaner’s closet as they can now do take out come next week. Most importantly, we celebrate our Soca Warriors as they seem to be back despite the racist taunts of the Mexicans!! Angus Eve fired us up so much he even have West Indies beating people. Salute to Ha...2021-07-131h 39
Corie Sheppard PodcastOpticsSend us a textThis week’s episode is all about Optics. We check out some classics from the most famous eyes in calypso music as we discuss the optics of buying top shelf Mercedes & Prados while most businesses in the country can’t see their way. The opposition could use a second pair of eyes on their press releases. If their court clothes need cleaning they safe though. Bill Cosby might be partially blind but is Phylicia Rashard seeing clearly? Gary Griffith is headed for a second term despite blurry dealings with Trinidad football. How...2021-07-061h 34
Corie Sheppard PodcastJokerSend us a textThis week’s episode is livelicated to the literary genius that is Winsford ‘Joker’ Devine. All the songs in this episode were written by Joker and they’re applicable to the biggest stories this week including; No more J’ouvert Rum; Forklift Chronicles; Two men found in pajamas in a car in Diego Martin after curfew hours; TPain vs Usher; Restrictions leave many on a literal breadline outside SouthPark and much more.Enjoy!!2021-06-292h 06
Corie Sheppard PodcastRum & CokeSend us a textIn this week’s episode we finally have a chance to discuss one of our favourite topics. Rum sweet rum!! Michael B Jordan might need to hit his own bottle to get through this product launch. Christiano Ronaldo is clearly a chaser waster. Rum solves most problems so maybe we can get Gary Griffith, Lasana Liburd & Rhoda Bharath to make peace. I’ll take a couple sips before I get into Urvashi’s questions. What was Wayne Munroe drinking? We also raise our glasses to Voice and Penny on their launch of the Vibes...2021-06-222h 28
Corie Sheppard PodcastAttackSend us a textAttack is the word for this week’s episode.Kamla goes on the attack attack and no one is spared. Rowley and Deyalsingh say defense is the best form of attack as they apologise to the nation. Who knows if Preeze is playing defense or attack. Fenwick and the whole crew are out and the attack minded Angus Eve is appointed. Gary Griffith defends his son by attacking the media. Special salute to Tyra Gittens as she’s heating up in the heptathalon ahead of the Tokyo Olympics. Enjoy!!!2021-06-151h 42
Corie Sheppard PodcastPriiiiiiiideSend us a textThis week’s episode is in celebration of pride month.We discuss a very prideful young man who refuses to be with baby mamas that ain’t too proud to beg. A police man and and former calypso monarch seems to have got caught up in a very pride filled threesome. Two men made love and went 8 rounds in a boxing ring. We have Soca Warriors team and coach who has no pride. Has the COP’s pride for his son’s call up to the national team gone overboard? Can’t be anyth...2021-06-091h 55
Corie Sheppard PodcastDoh get WaxSend us a textThis week’s episode is livelicated to the great Hazel Scott. We might laugh at the wax figures of David Rudder & Calypso Rose but we appreciate that our legends are honored and immortalized in a way that we simply don’t do enough of locally. While I try to mend my household, we discuss the vaccine process and the great work at Santa Cruz Health Centre. Of course we talk some football and celebrate a Chelsea Champions league. Hopefully our Soca Warriors can follow suit and be as enterprising as the Highway footballers.2021-06-011h 45
Corie Sheppard PodcastGratitudeSend us a textThis episode is all about gratitude. We’re grateful for what we have in the midst of all the loss. We tired cooking every minute but we’re grateful for food. Appointments are a scene but we’re grateful to have vaccines. We look at the bright side of the lockdowns and discuss Double Palm raids. Vicky Rampersad apologizes for saying Covid is only affecting UNC strongholds…thanks I guess. We show our gratitude to the great Black Stalin.Also in this episode: Yung Bredda releases a song with Romeich Entertainment; Kejan Ha...2021-05-251h 37
Corie Sheppard PodcastTrinidad TimeSend us a textWhen Kitchener wrote the hook “Anytime is Trinidad Time” he was surely referring to the daily press conference that can never seem to start on time! But time matters not now as we’re under an SoE with restrictions that weren’t released on time. With a curfew in place and limited movement allowed during the day, all of a sudden, people in the duck work capital of the world need to be on the job. May 23rd was supposed to be the easing of restrictions but is now earmarked as a time for pray...2021-05-181h 49
Corie Sheppard PodcastLaugh & CrySend us a textThey always tell us laugh & cry does live in the same house. In this week’s episode we shed a tear with Deyalsingh as the numbers rise. We laugh for Easter but we crying now. We look abroad for some good news & talk about Chappelle’s on the Joe Rogan Podcast; I laugh when I saw what Will Smith looks like now but he’ll snap back and leave me crying. Trinidad’s Futsal team is laugh & cry self. Tears of joy as the Barney half of the Burdie & Barney show takes up a coachi...2021-05-111h 36
Corie Sheppard PodcastFed UpSend us a textIn this week’s episode we all Fed Up. We fed up of Covid, Rowlers fed up of us, the business community fed up of him, and Kamla & The Opposition ain’t fed up? Bill Gates fed up of his wife. How long you think before we fed up of the Holy Trinity of National security in Trinidad? Between Gary Griffith, Fitzgerald Hinds & Roger Alexander who you think will fed up hear themself talk first? We also discuss the new restrictions and some entertainment options to help get us through but not before looki...2021-05-041h 44
Corie Sheppard PodcastFakerySend us a textIt’s all about the fakery in the bakery this week as we discuss folks faking old age to skip the vaccine line; Ian Alleyne being fake happy about being fired; UNC’s fake concern for American Advisories; was the tile in the butter bread real or fake? We also take a look at fake job interviews; why you should love the Horner man; the Derek Chauvin conviction and much more…2021-04-271h 40
Corie Sheppard PodcastSend us a textHappy 420!! The Covid numbers seem to be celebrating 420 as they’re as high as last year around this time. Vaccine fear mongering is surely making me paro as we approach 20 thousand people vaccinated. This might be our last 420 as Fitzgerald Hinds is made the head of National Security and might well roll back marijuana decriminalization to stop us all from becoming pipers. Clearly everyday is 420 for Philip Alexander but maybe he needs to check his dosage. Personally, I might be hallucinating as I saw visions of my neighbours calling the police for me an...2021-04-201h 48
Corie Sheppard PodcastNever ForgetSend us a textIn this week’s episode we send aid and open up our borders to St Vincent with love and keep them in our prayers.We wish Dr. Rowley a speedy recovery as the news of him contracting Covid came out just after the last episode was published. We also take a look at the likes of Ian Alleyne who don’t wish him well. We talk about fellow podcaster Brian Heeraman & the return of Acacia’s Victory Lap. Police brutality rears its head again, right here in Cedros and also right back i...2021-04-131h 31
Corie Sheppard PodcastTobago LoveSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss the expiry dates of the vaccines as the process gets started; the Covid protocols that went out the window over the Easter weekend while sports felt the hurt. Tobago is the new Miami and Caribbean Airlines is winning awards for their Covid process even though the borders are closed. Let’s just pretend we didn’t see or talk about Trinidad Killa’s new music video. We also discuss: Earth Wind & Fire vs Isley Brothers, or should we say Steve vs Harvey; and what on earth is #conv...2021-04-061h 13
Corie Sheppard PodcastJohnny BakeSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss Alexander vs Johnny Bake, and why masks are necessary for police and politicians & entertainers. Meanwhile the Doc has sounded a new warning that further lockdowns may be in order if numbers keep rising. In the holiest of weeks as we celebrate Holi, Spiritual Baptist Day & Easter, Lil Nas X done lost his mind & Derrick Jaxn is definitely in the same boat. We also take a look at the Soca Warriors performance & highlight some local Only Fans accounts2021-03-301h 27
Corie Sheppard PodcastButtSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss who butt who and who could take butt.Private Sector & The Government seem to be butting heads to figure out who can get the vaccine. Machel claims to be above butt although we can’t say the same for Terry Fenwick because like Shaun Fuentes built to take butt. I myself butting my head trying to figure out how a 2 year old could drown at a day care.We also discuss: Dennie’s Funeral home strikes again, Kanye West is now the wealth...2021-03-231h 33
Corie Sheppard PodcastSweet SixteenSend us a textIn this week’s episode we ay respects to the Marvelous Marvin Haggler (00:00:54). How is it possible WASA to have no water in the wettest of dry seasons? (00:02:25). We review one of the best local podcasts, The Randomish podcast’s interview with Trevor Sayers (00:08:46). Salute to Akua Leith on launching MITTCO, a new pan manufacturing company (00:12:19). The boss at NH International, Emile Elias, charged for grooming a child 67 years his junior (00:20:01). Slim Fast to sponsor the new look Soca Warriors (00:58:15). We need to invite Piers Morgan to Trinidad to learn how to take blan...2021-03-161h 22
Corie Sheppard PodcastPrince NothingSend us a textHappy International Women’s Day!!In this week’s episode we talk about some upcoming podcast changes (00:08:38); we review the long awaited Coming to America 2 (00:20:15); discuss Oprah’s interview with Meghan & Harry (00:40:00) ; Look into the vaccines or lack thereof (01:01:53); Is Tobago still at a standstill? (01:06:06); We also discuss: West Indies Cricket and the odd connection between Soca Warriors and the Police Commissioner (01:11:19) & my visit to my alma mater (01:20:01). Enjoy!!2021-03-091h 34
Corie Sheppard PodcastJust FriendsSend us a textIn this week’s episode, Nailah & Beres dropping virtual shows featuring their friends had us reminiscing about concerts back in the day. Vaccines and our health should be at the forefront but instead our leaders are fighting to see who is better friends with India. Too much jobs for friends seems to have lead to the shut down of WASA which will be converted into the Water And Sewage Treatment Entity (WASTE) come 2023. Enjoy!!2021-03-021h 21
Corie Sheppard PodcastBroken GlassSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss: Congratulations to Farmer Nappy on winning his first Road March (00:00:59); Yuma was the icing on top of a successful virtual carnival (00:02:57); Increased police presence & road blocks (00:17:03) as Gary Griffith gets sued (00:37:57) We also discuss: weather change in Texas (40:14); World Cup Qualifiers (54:08), Dexter Gobin rightfully jailed (1:06:29); RIP Granny Luces (1:09:52) & Vaccines (1:15:55)2021-02-231h 27
Corie Sheppard PodcastTwo CanavalSend us a textIn this week’s episode we take a look at the virtual events including Kes Whole Week On The Rocks (00:05:01), We breakdown the Monarch, Bunji & Fay Ann’s Verse (00:07:31) and review Tribe’s Lavway (00:18:41). We also discuss whether or not rallies and vigils in the name of Andrea Bharatt were politically motivated (00:39:10). For the football fans, The Burdie & Barney Podcast is now available wherever you listen to podcasts (1:22:40) and much more!! Enjoy!2021-02-161h 35
Corie Sheppard PodcastConversations | Kearn ChristopherSend us a textToday's Conversation is with Kearn Christopher. Kearn is a researcher at The Carnival Institute of Trinidad & Tobago (NCC) and Operations Director at Karnival by Kandi and an avid student of carnival culture. We explore Kearn’s unique take on the importance of fetes as a pillar of carnival.2021-02-121h 26
Corie Sheppard PodcastVaccine J'ouvertSend us a textIn this episode we discuss the way the nation stopped in mourning for Andrea Bharatt (00:01:26) & the compassion shown by WPC Katina Williams (00:06:15). Suspects dying in police custody (00:11:24). Politicians always find a way to politic (00:24:18) Online text to vote Road March (00:29:17) Fete Chronicles (00:43:30) Didn’t NCC promise to release archived carnival footage? (00:52:02) Somebody might want to bubble wrap Preeze given that suspects aren’t making it out alive (00:53:48) Tom Brady is THE Goat (01:04:15) Jackie Hinkson’s Street Art Exhibition in St Anns (01:06:58)2021-02-091h 08
Corie Sheppard PodcastConversations | Neola Zama | Boundary SettingSend us a textNeola Zama, friend to the show and licensed clinical therapist joins us to discuss the importance of boundary setting. We discuss the types of boundaries and the consequences of ineffective boundary setting. We also touch on the effects of our actions as parents on how our children grow up to manage their own boundaries. Enjoy!!!2021-02-051h 04
Corie Sheppard PodcastJoker WarriorsSend us a textIn this week’s episode we pay respect to Singing Sandra (1:06) and take a look at the NCC’s virtual Dimanche Gras non plan (15:43). Apparently schools reopened (23:08) so we sent an Intercol side to play USA on Sunday (28:20). Stuart Young lives to fight another day (43:25) while Blackman’s remains open to flush another child (53:39). Also in this episode: Traffic tickets are on the rise (57:08), New series to be hooked on (1:07:06) and Kes Tuesday’s is back & it’s a week long! (1:09:37). Enjoy!!2021-02-021h 24
Corie Sheppard PodcastAkilah Phillip | IP AttorneySend us a textToday’s Conversation is with Akilah Phillip. Akilah is an Entertainment and Intellectual Property Attorney. Issues surrounding IP protection in a virtual carnival are examined as we discuss the importance of protecting your IP and issues surrounding ownership of music and the use of photos on social media. We also get some advice copyright, trade marking & registration. If you’re a musician, photographer, entrepreneur, influencer or a creator of any kind you don’t want to miss this Conversation.2021-01-291h 36
Corie Sheppard PodcastGoing GreenSend us a textIllusions Mas nailed Black to Blue while Caesar’s Army tries to get us to wine on avatars (01:46). We discuss my weekend trip to Grand Riviere and narrowly escaping more demerit points. (32:29). Tobago goes green as Watson Duke & the PDP close the gap on the PNM (38:50) and apparently parties at your private residence aren’t allowed if you name the club Residence – who knew!?!? (50:18). Trinidad went from being banned from FIFA to having a match against The USA while the Olympics looks to be heading to the craziest place on earth. (1:02:22). Also, check out Th...2021-01-261h 14
Corie Sheppard PodcastTabancaSend us a textIn this week’s episode we’re looking for a cure for a carnival tabanca (00:44) We discuss the Ministry of no Culture whatsoever (16:49). Boogsie Sharpe & Paul Keens Douglas are given honorary doctorates from UWI (20:24). For those who go to the beach to escape carnival, find another plan (23:40). Maybe I talk about police too much (26:00). Dr Sawh is one step closer to freedom (37:04). We’re also joined by my friend Pablo for Fete Chronicles with Pablo (54:15). Enjoy!! (Photo Credit - The 99%)2021-01-191h 45
Corie Sheppard PodcastChain UpSend us a textThis episode is all about chain up we discuss who chain up West Shore staff to jump out themself? (01:10). Trump definitely chain up his ppl to end up on a #noflylist (8:15). You taking chain up to come off Whatsapp? (26:28). We also discuss Natalee Legore vs Akash Samaroo (33:40) and Ding Dong taking chain up to wear a wet suit (53:59). Why is Gregory Aboud now finding out carnival is cancelled? (59:04) and much more!!2021-01-121h 21
Corie Sheppard PodcastNick Dean | Financial AdvisorSend us a textThis conversation is with Nick Dean. Nick, a certified financial advisor that isn’t tied to any financial institution – in other words he’s not trying to sell you an insurance policy. He’s the founder of The Financial Coaching Centre joins us to discuss the seven steps to financial mastery. We discuss credit card debt and some strategies for managing debts that may seem insurmountable. The importance of retirement planning at a young age. Nick also gives insight into the importance of real estate as a key part of any i...2021-01-081h 20
Corie Sheppard PodcastThe CrownSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss New Year Resolutions (03:54) and new plans for the podcast in 2021 (07:03) The Royal Family reunites for Christmas while the peasants await exemptions (10:40). Our very own Queen Paula-Mae Weekes addresses her subjects as zessers and wessers (40:47) but nothing stops a Trini fete as there are no laws in No Man’s Land (50:47) We also discuss, RBC ATM robbery (58:40) and the irony of the NCC washing it’s hands on carnival 2021 (1:01:35) much more!2021-01-051h 32
Corie Sheppard PodcastNo Man's LandHappy New Year and Best wishes for 2021!! In this week’s episode we discuss my New Year’s Resolutions (03:54) and some new plans for the podcast for 2021 (07:03). Dr. Rowley’s daughter gets to spend the Christmas at home while others await exemptions (10:40). Maybe I’ve watched too many episode of The Crown but our very own Queen Paula-Mae Weekes addresses zessers and wessers (40:47) but nothing can stop a Trini from feteing as there are no laws in No Man’s Land (50:47) We also discuss the robbing of an RBC ATM (58:40) and the irony of the NCC washing it’s hands...2021-01-051h 32
Corie Sheppard PodcastGratitudeSend us a textA short thank you to all of you have have supported, listened and contributed to the podcast as we bid 2020 farewell2020-12-2933 min
Corie Sheppard PodcastBah HumbugSend us a textNeola joins us this week as we discuss why Christmas may not always be merry for everyone. As always Neola gives us some tips and take aways to help cope with dreaded Christmas get togethers, breakups, loss of loved ones & downright rude family members and get through a season where everyone expects you to be joyful while you may be experiencing grief. Of course we have to highlight some Christmas songs in the mix. Enjoy!!2020-12-221h 41
Corie Sheppard PodcastFLITSend us a textIn this episode we’re joined by Acacia as we talk about Ashanti Riley (10:05) & a 19 year old stabbing and killing her boyfriend (20:31). We share our thoughts on carry Pepper Spray and FUL applications (28:45). We also talk about Yvee Clarke (1:06:47), Tobago Zessers (1:19:18), Amalgamated hot boys (1:26:20) and much more!!2020-12-152h 05
Corie Sheppard PodcastGood MenSend us a textWe start by discussing wedding bells (0:41). We look at how “good men” can help the current climate in T&T where women are under siege. We discuss DV claims between Majah Hype & Kirby (24:34). The most heartbreaking story about the murder of Ashanti Riley (49:56). Ever wondered what women would do if there were no men for 24 hours? (56:11). We also discuss the odd circumstances of the unfortunate death of Krystal Primus-Espinoza (59:45) and a father’s open abuse of his daughter in Arima (1:07:23)2020-12-081h 18
Corie Sheppard PodcastThreesomeSend us a textIn this week’s episode I catch up with my brother in law about some things my sister said in the last Conversation (01:31). We talk about Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones (30:00), We take a deep dive into threesomes (37:45). Of course three young entrepreneurs at Dennie’s Funeral Home and the sitting dead man make an appearance (42:15). We also discuss TTPS fake guns (1:00:43), Venezuelans Deported, Sex Education (1:24:00), (1:05:00),Maradonna (1:35:00), Bakery Treatz (1:36:53), T&T Woman Police (1:45:16)2020-12-011h 50
Corie Sheppard PodcastConversation 6 | Janelle CashSend us a textThis week’s conversation is with my sister, Janelle Cash. While we didn’t grow up in the same home we have a special relationship that’s hard to describe except to say that while we aren’t always in constant contact like a lot of siblings, when we do get around each other it’s always a bunch of laughs, smiles and a whole lot of love. But Don't believe anything she says about me! I hope you enjoy this as much as I did.2020-11-271h 37
Corie Sheppard PodcastBig Shot PartySend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss the difference between a Wedding Zess and a Private Zess.We also celebrated a birthday this week with a light beach party.Is there a better party spot than Magic City as we talk Jeezy vs Gucci?And sorry to be a party pooper but we had to touch on the little angel found abandoned in Freeport.Enjoy!! 2020-11-241h 17
Corie Sheppard PodcastLife BloodSend us a textIn this week’s episode we discuss race in T&T.Police surely lost every race they ran this week while Dr. Sawh & Dr. Gabriel have qualified for the racist relay finals.UTT downsizes leaving many to join the rat race & has our economy run its course?Enjoy!!2020-11-171h 20
Corie Sheppard PodcastConversation 5 | Neola ZamaSend us a textNeola is back to continue the conversation around mental health and self-care. We’re taking a look at issues that affect our society, and in this episode we take a look at the unique nature of domestic violence in Trinidad & Tobago. We discuss the signs of toxic relationships and different types of abuse. Neola also gives us some red flags that can help us identify signs of abuse early and luckily we also get some green flags that can help us spot the keepers.2020-11-131h 28
Corie Sheppard PodcastDat is LieSend us a textThis episode description is an administrative error.We discuss who lied to Trump and has anybody seen Mike Pence? Gary says anybody who says anything about him is lying.Is it the doctor or the patients who are racist? Who Lying? And with the UNC internal election looming it’s Vasant vs Kamla – two of the most honest people I know.Based on my school days it might well be me who telling all the lies.2020-11-101h 31